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Key outcomes from July's council meeting
Catch up on the outcomes from the latest Meeting of Council including major projects updates, community deputations and important decisions that affect you.
Draft Community Engagement Policy. We're updating how we engage
Wattle Range Council is seeking feedback on its draft Community Engagement Policy, which outlines how Council will engage with the community so it can have a say in local decision-making.
The draft Community Engagement Policy has been developed to reflect changes to the Local Government Act 1999 and a new statewide Community Engagement Charter.
Your feedback is important and will help shape how Council engages with our community.
Winter rain has brought plenty of potholes and we'd like your help.
With almost 2,500km of roads to maintain across Wattle Range, including nearly 2,000km of unsealed roads, potholes are a high priority for our crews. Your reports help us identify problem areas and schedule repairs sooner. If you spot a pothole, please report it via:
- Antenno App - https://bit.ly/WRC-antenno
- phone: 8733 0900
- email: council@wattlerange.sa.gov.au
The Antenno App makes reporting easy. Simply submit a photo and location, and the information is sent directly to us so it can be logged and scheduled for action. Download it now for free from the App Store or Google Play.
Please note: Arterial roads (main roads between townships) are maintained by the State Government and can be reported directly to the Department for Infrastructure and Transport on 1300 872 677.
Community Grant Applications NOW OPEN
Wattle Range Council is inviting community groups, sporting clubs and volunteer organisations to apply for funding through the 2026/27 Community Grant Programs.
Funding is available through:
- Community Infrastructure Grants
- Community Financial Assistance Grants
- Sport & Recreation Financial Assistance Grants
Grants can support projects, equipment purchases and facility improvements that strengthen local communities and encourage participation.
Employment Opportunities
Wattle Range Council is seeking suitably qualified applicants to join its team in the following positions:
- Tourism and Events Coordinator
- Construction Operator
BBQ and chat with Council — Rendelsham, 29 July 2026
Council's next stop is Rendelsham- Come Along, Chat with Council and Elected Members, and enjoy a FREE BBQ.
Rescheduled to Wednesday, 29 July 2026
Rendelsham Community Hall
Free BBQ from 6pm
NO RSVP required - just come along, enjoy a sausage sizzle and chat with Council's Staff and Elected Members on matters that affect you. Help shape the future of your community.
Dog and Cat Registration Renewals
Annual dog and cat registration renewal notices have been issued and are due by 31 August. You’ll receive your renewal notice by SMS, email or post, depending on your preferred contact method recorded in Dogs and Cats Online.
Good news – Dogs and Cats Online has notified Council that its website is now back up and running after recent service interruptions.
If you have not received your renewal notice, please jump online to check your details and renew your registration at www.dogsandcatsonline.com.au or contact Council for assistance.
If your pet has been microchipped, desexed, or has sadly passed away in the past 12 months, please make sure your details are updated.
Council Adopts 2026/27 Budget and Key Planning Documents
Wattle Range Council adopted its 2026/27 Annual Business Plan and Budget, Fees and Charges Schedule, Rating Policy (Concessions and Rebates) and Long-Term Financial Plan 2027–2036 at its Ordinary Meeting on 14 July 2026.
These documents outline Council's services, projects, budgets and long-term financial planning, helping guide the delivery of infrastructure, programs and community services across the district.
You can view the documents on Council's website:
2026/27 Annual Business
Plan and Budget
2026/27 Fees and Charges Schedule
Rating Policy (Concessions & Rebates)
Long-Term Financial Plan 2027-2036
𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗕𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘀
Keep an eye on your letterbox!
Your 2026/27 Waste Disposal Vouchers and Bin Collection Calendar will be included with rates notices being sent in late July to early August.
Your current 2025/26 Waste Disposal Vouchers remain valid until 31 August 2026.
Need an extra bin collection calendar? Pick one up from Council’s Service Centre or Beachport and Penola Visitor Information Centres.
What’s on across Council’s Road Maintenance and Parks and Gardens teams
From pothole repairs and road grading to playground upgrades and community planting projects, Council's Construction, Maintenance and Parks and Gardens teams have been busy delivering works across the district.
Recent and ongoing works include:
- Road and pothole repairs following recent rainfall
- Stormwater drainage maintenance
- Road grading across rural areas
- New playground and park improvements
- Tree planting and vegetation management
- Footpath, kerbing and seawall maintenance projects
To view the full list of current works and projects underway in your area, visit our website.
Wattle Range Photographic Competition OPEN for entries
Entries are now open for the 2026 Wattle Range Council Photographic Competition, celebrating our region through People, Places, Product and Performance.
There are great prizes for both amateur and professional photographers across a number of categories, plus an Overall Winner and the Mayor's Choice Award.
Council Elections Delayed
The state government has passed legislation to delay South Australia's council elections until April 2027, after the Electoral Commission raised concerns about its ability to administer the poll in November.
Voting for the next council elections will now close on April 7, 2027, rather than November 11, 2026.
Coinciding with the general Council election, Wattle Range Council Electors will be asked to vote ‘yes’ or ‘no’ on whether they support the abolishment of Millicent's Proclaimed Shopping District, which is also known as the deregulation of the town's Shop Trading Hours.
Request for Tender - Annual Plant Hire
Council is currently seeking tenders for the wet and/or dry hire of plant and equipment.
Information is available from the SA Tenders and Contracts website, tender code WRC058988.
Submissions must be lodged on the SA Tenders and Contracts website by 2pm on Thursday, 30 July 2026
Expression of Interest - Wattle Range Council Building Fire Safety Committee
Wattle Range Council is seeking expressions of interest from a suitably qualified professional with expertise in fire safety to fill a member vacancy on its Building Fire Safety Committee.
The Committee is independently established under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and considers building fire safety matters to help ensure appropriate standards of fire safety are achieved across the Wattle Range Council area.
Bring public art to life in Wattle Range
Wattle Range Council is inviting applications for the Public Art on Private Assets Grants, supporting businesses, organisations and property owners to commission creative projects inspired by the theme of wind and water.
- Grants of up to $5,000 are available (dollar-for-dollar funding)
- Apply anytime, while funding lasts
- Be part of creating something meaningful in your community
Boost your business street appeal
Council’s Shop Facade Upgrade Program helps local businesses put their best foot forward. By supporting small improvements to shopfronts, the program aims to create more attractive streets, strengthen the character of our region, and deliver real economic benefits for our community.
The program has recently been expanded, it’s now open to all businesses across the Wattle Range Council area, not just those in townships.
- Grants of up to $4,000 available (dollar-for-dollar funding)
- Minimum project value of $1,000 applies
- Up to $20,000 allocated to the program each financial year
Planning and development drop-in sessions in Beachport and Penola
Have a planning question? Come and see our Development Team in Penola or Beachport for a face‑to‑face chat. No bookings needed!
Penola Visitor Information Centre on Wednesday, 12 August from 9am to 12 noon.
Beachport Visitor Information Centre on Wednesday, 26 August from 9am to 12 noon.
What's on at the Millicent Library and Gallery
From the next exhibition, regular programs and events to new books on the shelf, there is always something on at the Millicent Library and Gallery.
What's on in Wattle Range
What’s On in Wattle Range is a monthly update that highlights and celebrates community events across Wattle Range.
You can sign up to receive the update direct to your inbox.
Wood collection permits for fallen timber on roadsides
Council has begun to issue permits to collect fallen timber from certain roadsides within the Council area. There are a number of roadsides that collection is not permitted, a list of these roads is available on Council’s website.
Permits can be obtained from Council offices upon payment of a fee and are available only to residents of the Council area to collect wood for personal household use. Penalties also apply to persons caught collecting wood without a permit.
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